Horton River
A 200-km arctic canoe to the Beaufort Sea.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Northwest Territories, Canada
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Tundra (0–200 m)
- Best season
- July – August
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Canoeing
- Kayaking
- Winter Camping
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Tundra (0–200 m)
- Best season: July – August
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 200-km arctic canoe to the Beaufort Sea.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: July – August
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Tundra (0–200 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Worldwide
Biome
Tundra (0–200 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Horton River trip tools
Popular pursuits at Horton River
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Canoeing
Paddle routes, portages, and put-ins.
- Kayaking
Sheltered and open-water paddling lines.
- Winter Camping
Cold-season travel and camp craft; layering matters more than mileage.
- Wildlife Viewing
Best light, best season, and where animals move.
